Congratulations to Nick Trefethen on having been elected to the National
Academy of Engineering (NAE). The citation reads,
"For contributions to stability theory in numerical analysis and its
application to the determination of the onset of turbulence."

Call for Nominations for 2007 European PhD Award on Embedded and
Networked Control

The EECI PhD Award is given annually in recognition of the best PhD
thesis in Europe in the field of Embedded and Networked Control. The aim
is to encourage high-quality work amongst young researchers in their
first research period. The prize consists of a certificate and a cash
award. The domain of research of candidates should be included in the
large multidisciplinary area of the control of hybrid, nonlinear,
embedded or networked systems.

The deadline for nomination is June 15, 2007. To be eligible for the
award, the thesis must have been defended in Europe during the year
prior the above deadline. To apply, please consult the award web page:
http://www.laas.fr/PhD-Award

The book presents topics of science and engineering, which occur in
nature or are part of our daily lives. It describes phenomena which are
modelled by partial differential equations, relating to physical
variables like mass, velocity and energy, etc. to their spatial and
temporal variations.

Typically, these equations are highly nonlinear, in many cases they are
also vectorial systems, and they represent a challenge even for the
most modern and sophisticated mathematical-analytical and mathematical-
numerical techniques.

The topics chosen reflect the longtime scientific interests of the
author. They include flow of fluids and gases, granular flows,
biological processes like pattern formation on animal skins, kinetics
of rarified gases and semiconductor devices. Each topic is briefly
presented in its scientific or engineering context, followed by an
introduction of the mathematical models in the form of partial
differential equations with a discussion of their basic mathematical
properties.

Written for: Students and researchers in Mathematics, in Science and
Engineering with a mathematical background

The text presents and discusses some of the most influential
papers in Matrix Computation authored by Gene H. Golub, one of the
founding fathers of the field. Including commentaries by leading
experts and a brief biography, this text will be of great interest
to students and researchers in numerical analysis and scientific
computation.
584 pages | Hardback | February 2007 | £65.00

Available now through all good bookshops, or direct from
Oxford University Press at:
http://www.oup.com/uk/catalogue/?ci=9780199206810

Performance evaluation methodologies based on structured Markov chains have
taken a more prominent role over the last two decades. During this time,
due to the strong exploitation of the involved structures, the techniques
used to assess the performance measures of interest have advanced
significantly in terms of their efficiency, while becoming more complex at
the same time. This increased complexity often acts as an opposing force to
a more widespread use of these advanced methodologies. Making these novel
techniques more accessible via a set of software tools is therefore
essential to further promote their integration in the system design.

Submissions are solicited for the Twenty-First Annual meeting of an
interdisciplinary Conference (December 3-6) which brings together
researchers interested in all aspects of neural and statistical processing
and computation. The Conference will include invited talks as well as oral
and poster presentations of refereed papers. It is single track and highly
selective. Preceding the main Conference will be one day of Tutorials
(December 3), and following it will be two days of Workshops at
Whistler/Blackcomb ski resort (December 7-8).

Submissions: Papers are solicited in all areas of neural information
processing and statistical learning.

Review Criteria: As in the last year, NIPS submissions will be reviewed
double-blind: the reviewers will not know the identities of the authors.
Submissions will be refereed on the basis of technical quality, novelty,
potential impact on the field, and clarity. There will be an opportunity
after the meeting to revise accepted manuscripts. We particularly encourage
submissions by authors new to NIPS, as well as application papers that
combine concrete results on novel or previously unachievable applications
with analysis of the underlying difficulty from a machine learning
perspective.

Submission Instructions: NIPS accepts only electronic submissions at

http://nips2007.confmaster.net

These submissions must be in PDF format. The Conference web site will accept
electronic submissions until midnight June 8, 2007, Pacific daylight time.

Demonstrations: There is a separate Demonstration track at NIPS. Authors
wishing to submit to the Demonstration track should consult the Conference
web site.

On the occasion of the celebration of the Egyptian Mathematical Society for
its 15th anniversary, the society is planning to organize its Second
International Conference on Mathematics: Trends and Developments (ICMTD
2007). The conference will be held in Cairo from 27th to 30th of December
2007.

The purpose of the conference is to gather mathematicians from Universities
and Research Institutes from different countries to discuss current trends,
developments and perspectives in the following fields:

On behalf of the organizing committee, we cordially invite you to contribute a
paper in this conference. Please note the following:

Receiving abstracts of papers: March 1st, 2007
Receiving full papers: August 1st, 2007
Notification of acceptance: September 15th, 2007
Official e-mail: Conf07@etms-web.org
Web site of the conference: http://www.etms-web.org/conf07/

After the conference, the authors are expected to submit a full paper, to be
published in The Journal of Egyptian Mathematical Society, according to its
regulations.

Call for Papers
Journal Optimization
Special Issue on
"Continuous Optimization in Finance"

Optimization will publish a small special issue on Continuous Optimization in
Finance, a topic that is also one of the new research areas which in these
years EURO Working Group on Continuous Optimization (EUROPT;
cf. http://www.iam.metu.edu.tr/EUROPT/) is strongly supporting. Indeed,
continuous optimization has become a key technology in the entire financial
sector which, reversely, poses new problems and research projects to
optimization.

The special issue will focus on topics that are equally important in both
financial mathematics and optimization theory. It will (i) provide an overview
of, and (ii) present some important recent developments in continuous
optimization regarding the analysis and prediction of financial processes
focusing on theory, methodology, and applications.

The topics of the special issue include: (i) Financial Risk Management with
Continuous Optimization, (ii) Portfolio Optimization, (iii) Regression
Problems in Finance, and (iv) Stochastic Optimization and Control in Finance.

All submissions must be focused on the topic of the special issue and belong
to the general scope of Optimization. The main challenge and principal goal of
this premium special issue is to contribute to the foundations and tools of
continuous optimization in the financial world of tomorrow, concerning stock
markets, banks, insurance companies, electricity markets, institutions for
development, and further modern areas.

A very thorough process of refereeing will be guaranteed. This high scientific
level will enable and inspire readers to pursue research projects in this
field and its applications, thus serving - and fostering a better and fruitful
understanding between - our people and our nations.

This special issue will be prepared in close collaboration with Institute of
Applied Mathematics, METU, Ankara (http://www.iam.metu.edu.tr/).

Guest Editor: Prof. Dr. Gerhard-Wilhelm Weber.

Important Dates:
Submission deadline of full papers: August 15, 2007.
Publication of the special issue:
As the first issue of Optimization in 2009.

Submission Details:
Authors may use the guidelines which can be found under
http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals/authors/goptauth.asp.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Université Laval (Québec
City) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position,
effective September 1, 2007. This position is attached to the NSERC
Industrial Chair of Professor André Fortin.

This invitation extends to outstanding candidates with a PhD in one of
the following area: numerical analysis of variational inequalities,
finite element analysis in continuum mechanics, scientific computing, in
particular numerical solution of large nonlinear systems. The candidate
should be able to initiate collaborative research within the NSERC
chair and should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching
(Université Laval is a French speaking university, thus the
non-francophone candidates should be willing to acquire fluency in
French in a short period.) Industrial research experience would also be
an asset.

Although this invitation is directed towards experienced researchers,
younger candidates with outstanding potential are also encouraged to
apply. It should however be noted that, according to canadian
immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be
given priority. The salary and rank will be commensurate with
qualifications and experience. According to its equal opportunity
program, Université Laval reserves half the vacant positions for the
appointment of women.

Applications should include a full curriculum vitae, some reprints of a
few recent publications and a summary, no longer than two pages,
describing the present and future research program. Applicants should
also ask three referees to send letters of reference to the address
below. The name and address (including phone and fax numbers and e-mail
address) of the referees should be listed in the application.

Applications should be sent to the following address, before April 15, 2006.

Two postdoctoral fellowships in connection with the research programme
Parallel Algorithms for Computational Nano-Science are available for a year,
starting as early as possible.

The topic of the research programme is to develop, implement and test new
scalable algorithms for the massively parallel execution of quantum chemistry
software aimed at simulating nano-structures relevant for emerging electronic
devices. The research programme is a collaboration between the Computer
Science Department at University of Copenhagen (DIKU), the Informatics and
Mathematical Modeling Department (IMM), Technical University of Denmark and
Atomistix A/S.

The post docs will be part of a research team consisting of three
Ph.D.students, faculty members of the university departments and researchers
from the company Atomistix A/S. Furthermore the post docs will have the
opportunity of interacting with leading research groups in quantum chemistry
in Denmark, e.g. at the Nano-Science Center at University of Copenhagen.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in computer science, physics or
chemistry and a strong background in parallel computing and/or quantum
chemistry/ electronic structure theory.

Applications are accepted until March 9, 2007. Further information is
available from Stig Skelboe, DIKU, tel: +45 3532 1449, e-mail:
stig@diku.dk. The full advertisement can be seen on
www.diku.dk/diku/stillingsopslag/index.html.en

*Applications are invited for a two-year temporary Lectureship in
Computational Mathematics, from September 2007. You must have, or be
about to complete, a PhD in a relevant area of Classical Applied
Mathematics, in particular Computational Applied Mathematics, Partial
Differential Equations, Continuum Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Applied
Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Biology or Mathematical
Finance. The post will carry a reduced teaching load, and the holder
will be encouraged to develop their research profile.

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Mathematics
East Lansing, MI 48824-1027

Description: One two-year position will be available beginning Fall 2007
in computational biology. This position is partially supported by a
Federal grant and so has a teaching load of only one calculus class (two
sections) per year. Applicants with solid trainings and research record in
computational molecular/structural biology, implicit solvent models, QM/MD
simulations are especially welcome. The salary is $40,000 per year and
there is a possibility of additional support for teaching a class in
summer.

Application information: Applicants should send a vita and statement of
research interests, and should arrange for at least three letters of
recommendation, one of which must specifically address his/her ability
to teach a calculus class. Please apply by visiting
http://www.mth.msu.edu/Hiring. Completed applications (including letters
of recommendation) received by March 15, 2007, are assured of
consideration.

MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. Women and
minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Handicapped applicants have the right to request and receive reasonable
accommodation.

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Department of Mathematics
East Lansing, MI 48824-1027

Description: One two-year position will be available beginning Fall
2007 in mathematical biology and scientific computing. This position
is partially supported by a Federal grant and so has a teaching load
of only one class (two sections) per year. Applicants with training
in mathematical biology, applied mathematics, and/or scientific
computing are especially welcome. Specific research involves the
development of MRI-guided temperature-modulated bioluminescence
tomography for the disease models of mice. The salary is $43,000
per year and there is a strong possibility of additional support for
summer teaching.

Application information: Applicants should send a vita and statement
of research interests, and should arrange for at least three letters
of recommendation to be sent. Please apply by visiting
http://www.mth.msu.edu/Hiring. Completed applications (including
letters of recommendation) received by March 15, 2007, are assured
of consideration.

MSU is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution. Women and
minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Handicapped applicants have the right to request and receive reasonable
accommodation.